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Israeli settlers deface, set fire to West Bank mosque during Ramadan

Israeli settlers deface, set fire to West Bank mosque during Ramadan

Summary

Israeli settlers damaged a mosque in the West Bank by setting it on fire and writing offensive graffiti during Ramadan. This is part of ongoing violence involving Israeli settlers and Palestinians. The United Nations has reported numerous similar incidents, raising concerns about forced displacement in the region.

Key Facts

  • Israeli settlers set fire to a mosque in the West Bank and wrote graffiti on it.
  • The attack happened during the Muslim holy month of Ramadan.
  • Security footage shows two people carrying petrol and spray paint to the mosque.
  • The slogans defaced the mosque with offensive language and messages.
  • The attack is part of a larger trend of violence in the West Bank.
  • The UN reports over 1,094 Palestinians have been killed since October 2023.
  • UN and human rights organizations warn of possible ethnic cleansing due to these acts.
  • Israeli military and police are looking for suspects, but rights groups say there is impunity for settlers.

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